God bless the Union; - it is dearer to us for the blood of brave men which has been shed in its defence.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Brave men rejoice in adversity, just as brave soldiers triumph in war.
The Union next to our liberties the most dear. May we all remember that it can only be preserved by respecting the rights of the States, and distributing equally the benefits and burdens of the Union.
Our brave men and women are fighting around the world and they deserve relief.
The Union, which can alone insure internal peace, and external security to each State, Must and Shall be Preserved, cost what it may in time, treasure, and blood.
Let there be no doubt: the state of our union is strong - stronger than the terrorists who seek to harm us and stronger than the challenges that confront us. At the same time, we know that our union can be stronger still.
A Union that can only be maintained by swords and bayonets has no charm for me. If the Union is dissolved and government disrupted, I shall return to my native state and share the miseries of my people, and save in defense will draw my sword on none.
Brave men are brave from the very first.
My church has an historical emphasis on peace, but we can't enjoy peace without honoring the blood our soldiers shed for it.
Starting that union was something I believed in very strongly.
With the Union my best and dearest earthly hopes are entwined.
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